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Lionel Messi becomes all-time World Cup top goalscorer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:50 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Lionel Messi becomes all-time World Cup top goalscorer

Summary

Lionel Messi set a new World Cup record on June 22, 2026, during Argentina's group stage match against Austria. After a missed penalty early in the game, Messi scored with a left-footed strike from outside the box, breaking his tie with Miroslav Klose for the most goals in World Cup history. The match is currently underway, with Messi playing a key role as Argentina strives to defend their title. His record achievement adds to his already illustrious legacy in international football.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scores to become the outright top goalscorer at World Cups.
•The record-breaking goal came in a group stage match against Austria.
•Argentina is the reigning World Cup champion.
•The match is still in progress.

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Barcelona icon Lionel Messi has this weekend continued to etch his name into the annals of international football.This comes after the 39-year-old found the net for the latest time in the colours of h...
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